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European Defence Industry Programme agreement

The European Defence Industry Programme agreement providing €1.5 billion to strengthen European defence industry and support Ukraine.

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Von der Leyen
European Union
Oct 16, 2025, 07:33 PM
Statement summary
Von der Leyen welcomes the agreement on the European Defence Industry Programme
Von der Leyen welcomes the agreement on the European Defence Industry Programme and highlights 1.5 billion euros to strengthen Europe's defence industry and support Ukraine.
Source excerpt
I welcome the agreement on the European Defence Industry Programme. €1.5 billion to strengthen Europe’s defence industry. Support Ukraine. And ensure we are defence-ready by 2030, in line with our 'Preserving Peace' roadmap.
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Von der Leyen
European Union
Sep 28, 2026, 01:08 PM
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“Europe is stepping up massively on defence.”
Von der Leyen announces five major joint defense projects and emphasizes the need to move fast on European security.
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Europe is stepping up massively on defence. Today, we are moving forward with five major joint projects: drones, air defence, space, maritime security and our Eastern Flank. Five areas that are crucial to European security. And where we need to move fast. Together, we are turning ambition into action. For a stronger, safer Europe. https://t.co/PJMZZ2SZ0M
On European defense efforts.
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